Senior Quality Inspector

Description

Job Title: Senior Quality Inspector

Location: Bloomington, MN

Employment Type: Contract-to-direct hire

Industry: Defense

Compensation: $26.30/ hour

What You'll Do:

• Inspect PCB assemblies, solder joints, component polarity, cable assemblies, crimps, and installed hardware
• Verify product conformance to engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards
• Identify, document, and evaluate defects while verifying corrective actions and rework activities
• Prepare and maintain quality assurance records and inspection documentation
• Capture and document inspection results, including photographic records of completed assemblies when required
• Perform real-time defect assessment and disposition activities
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams and internal customers to resolve quality concerns

About the Opportunity:

Are you a detail-oriented quality professional with experience inspecting electronic assemblies and ensuring products meet strict compliance standards? We are seeking a Senior Quality Inspector to support quality assurance activities in a highly regulated manufacturing environment.

In this role, you'll inspect printed circuit boards, cable assemblies, hardware installations, and electronic components while documenting defects, verifying rework, and ensuring products meet rigorous quality and industry requirements.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Work with advanced technologies supporting mission-critical programs
• Join a collaborative team that values quality, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Gain exposure to complex electronic and mechanical assemblies
• Opportunities to expand your technical knowledge and professional skills

Why This Opportunity is Exciting:

This position offers the chance to play a vital role in ensuring product quality and reliability on highly technical programs. If you take pride in precision, problem-solving, and maintaining the highest quality standards, this role provides meaningful impact and career growth.

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

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Job Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of directly related quality inspection experience in manufacturing, electronics, or assembly environments
• 2+ years of experience inspecting printed circuit boards (PCBs), cable assemblies, or electronic components
• 2+ years of experience documenting defects, quality findings, corrective actions, or rework activities

What Sets You Apart:

• Associate's Degree in Electronics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• J-STD-001 certification
• J-STD-002 certification
• IPC-A-610 certification
• MIL-STD-883 experience
• MIL-STD-750 experience
• X-Ray inspection qualifications or certifications
• Experience with CAD platforms such as Pro/ENGINEER (Creo) or SolidWorks
• Knowledge of ASME Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Understanding of mechanical stress, tolerance analysis, structural analysis, and thermal analysis
• Interest in applying AI-driven tools and technologies for quality and process improvements
• Experience evaluating workmanship, assembly quality, and product compliance
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, fabrication techniques, and manufacturability concepts
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation and specifications

Additional Information:

• Work Arrangement: On-Site
• Overtime: May be required based on production schedules and business needs
• Background Check: Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen
• Lifting Requirements: Standard manufacturing and inspection environment requirements
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.